Opera Singer Collection (#19)

Mademoiselle Victoire Balfe (1837-71) engraved by D
XJF396098 Mademoiselle Victoire Balfe (1837-71) engraved by D.J. Pound from a photograph, from The Drawing-Room of Eminent Personages, Volume 2, published in London, 1860 (engraving) by Mayall

Miss Louisa Pyne, from The Drawing-Room Portrait Gallery of Emminent Personages
XJF396096 Miss Louisa Pyne, from The Drawing-Room Portrait Gallery of Emminent Personages, 1861 (steel engraving) by Mayall

Manuel Garcia the Elder (pastel on paper)
XJF365357 Manuel Garcia the Elder (pastel on paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Manuel del Populo Vicente Rodriquez Garcia (1775-1832) Spanish opera singer

Francesco Bernardi Senesino, engraved by Elisha Kirkall (engraving)
XJF342431 Francesco Bernardi Senesino, engraved by Elisha Kirkall (engraving) by Goupy, Joseph (c.1680-1768) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Plan of Baghdad, from an English translation of Les Six Voyages de J. B. Tavernier
XCF347824 Plan of Baghdad, from an English translation of Les Six Voyages de J.B. Tavernier (engraving) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info)

Madame Rosino Penco (1823-94) engraved by D
KW266342 Madame Rosino Penco (1823-94) engraved by D.J. Pound from a photograph, from The Drawing-Room of Eminent Personages, Volume 2, published in London, 1860 (engraving) by Mayall

Madame Marietta Alboni (1824-94) engraved by D
KW266341 Madame Marietta Alboni (1824-94) engraved by D.J. Pound from a photograph, from The Drawing-Room of Eminent Personages, Volume 2, published in London, 1860 (engraving) by Mayall

Madame Constance Nantier-Didiee (1832-67) engraved by D. J. Pound from a photograph
KW266340 Madame Constance Nantier-Didiee (1832-67) engraved by D.J. Pound from a photograph, from The Drawing-Room of Eminent Personages, Volume 2, published in London, 1860 (engraving) by Mayall

Luigi Lablache (1784-1858) (litho)
KW237022 Luigi Lablache (1784-1858) (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; French, out of copyright

Mademoiselle Sophie Arnould (1740-1802) (litho)
KW232434 Mademoiselle Sophie Arnould (1740-1802) (litho) by French School, (18th century) (after); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; French, out of copyright

Luigi Lablache (1784-1858) (engraving)
KW207915 Luigi Lablache (1784-1858) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

1272625; out of copyright

The Dressing Room of Hortense Schneider (1833-1920) at the Theatre des Varietes, 1873
XIR124054 The Dressing Room of Hortense Schneider (1833-1920) at the Theatre des Varietes, 1873 (w/c on paper) by Morin, Edmond (1824-82); Chateau de Compiegne, Oise

Pierre Jelyotte (engraving)
XIR1154384 Pierre Jelyotte (engraving) by Cathelin, Louis Jacques (1739-1804); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Pierre Jelyotte (1713-97) was a French operatic tenor

Gondoliers Arrangement
The cover of the score of one of Ernest Bucalossis dance arrangements of music from the Gilbert and Sullivan opera The Gondoliers, circa 1889. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Raymond Ellis as Papageno in The Magic Flute, a role which led to a romantic engagement to a young opera enthusiast in Birmingham. 26 September 1924

Senorita Carmen Flores, who will sing songs in English at the gala performance which is being given in honour of the Prince of Wales at the Teatro de San Fernando, Seville. 27 April 1927

Cathreen Morland. Catherine Countess of Westmorland photographed at the London Coliseum, where she is singing this week as " Cathreen Morland ". 4 December 1923

American prima donna who will make her debut at the Paris Opera House. Mme Luella Meluis, who has just arrived in Paris from her latest triumphs at the Berlin Opera, Vienna, Budapest, Monte Carlo

Famous tenor to return to english stage after absence of ten years Mr John McCormack, who has returned to the English stage after ten years. He is to appear at the Queens Hall on October 5

Opera Star Marian Anderson
Paris, France: March 5, 1949 Opera contralto Marian Anderson as she arrives in Paris after crossing on the H.M.S. Queen Elizabeth

Tito Schipa Samples DiMaggio s
San Francisco, California: December 14, 1937. Opera tenor Tito Schipa tries out chef Joe DiMaggios favorite spaghetti sauce when he dropped into the Yankee sluggers restaurant in San Francisco

Geraldine Farrar Listening
United States: c. 1916. Geraldine Farrar, opera singer and actress and diva, listens to a recording on her Victrola

Nikitinas Bathing Suit
Alassio, Italy: c. 1929. Alice Nikitina, well known Russian ballet dancer, teacher, and opera singer wearing one of her striking bathing suits at the beach in Italy

Opera Singer Feodor Chaliapin
c. 1929. Russian opera singer Feodor Chaliapin aboard a ship with a movie camera

Russian Princess Opera Debut
New York, New York: August 26, 1925. Russian princess, Vanda Nomicos, protege of Madame Sembrich, recently made her operatic debut in Paris

Italy, Milan, Portrait of Italian soprano and second wife of Giuseppe Verdi, Giuseppina Strepponi (1815 - 1897)
Italy - 19th century. Portrait of Giuseppina Strepponi (born Clelia Maria Josepha Strepponi, Lodi, 1815 - Sant Agata di Villanova sull Arda, 1897), Italian soprano and second wife of Giuseppe Verdi

Italy, Milan, Portrait of Bartolomeo Merelli (1794 - 1879), Italian impresario and librettist
Italy - 19th century. Portrait of Bartolomeo Merelli (Bergamo, 1794 - Milan, 1879), Italian impresario and librettist

Nezhdanova and the Sechenov family, 1904
Antonina Nezhdanova (1873-1950, lower right), Russian opera singer, with Ivan Mikhaylovich Sechenov (1829-1905, centre), Russian physiologist

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"Captivating the Stage: A Glimpse into the World of Opera Singers" Step back in time to the late 19th century, where great musicians graced the stage with their awe-inspiring performances. Plate X from c1880 captures this era perfectly, showcasing the talent and passion that defined opera singers of that time. Fast forward to 1895, and we find ourselves immersed in an unforgettable production by Opera Australia - "Atilla. " The grandeur and magnificence of this performance left audiences spellbound, as they witnessed a true masterpiece unfold before their eyes. But it wasn't just on stage where these remarkable artists made waves. In a demonstration of groundbreaking technology, wireless telephones were showcased during an Opera Australia event. This innovation allowed for seamless communication behind-the-scenes, enhancing the overall experience for both performers and crew. Amongst these legendary figures was Jean Reszke, a Polish tenor whose portrait captured his essence as a performer. His powerful voice resonated through concert halls across Europe in the late 19th century, leaving audiences captivated by his extraordinary talent. Another iconic figure who graced opera stages worldwide was Fiodor Chaliapin. Known for his portrayal of Don Quichotte, Chaliapin's commanding presence brought this beloved character to life like never before. Alexander Yevgenyevich Yakovlev's stunning artwork immortalizes this momentous performance on paper with sanguine strokes. Delving further into history reveals more captivating portraits - Jenny Lind Goldschmidt exudes elegance and grace in her photograph from the 1860s; Zelia Trebelli Bettini emanates strength and poise; Pauline Lucca mesmerizes with her enchanting gaze; Emma Albani radiates beauty and charm; Ermina Rudersdorf captivates with her ethereal aura.